| Job search
tools and services |
New = all services
are useful for recent graduates.
Exp. = also recommended
to experienced professionals. |
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April 2009: the Virginia Tech Alumni Association introduced:
Hokie Nation Network (HNN), online social and professional networking site designed exclusively for Hokies.
New + Experienced grads |
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Alumni Association description:
"HNN was created specifically to allow Hokies to connect with alumni, faculty, staff and students based on shared interests, professions, and geographic locations. Other benefits to members include current updates on Alumni Association, college, departmental, and student organization activities as well as viewing employment opportunities, resume postings, and more. It will conveniently interface with Facebook, allowing members access to exclusive HNN announcements and networking opportunities. This new network is open for alumni to start networking today (4.15.09). Faculty, staff, and current students will join in by late May 2009." |
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Reasons for joining include:
• Search feature allows you to find other registered Hokies by locality, career, specific interest, class year or major.
• Career opportunities: post your resume, create new business contacts, start a discussion related to your field or find employment opportunities.
• Advertise special opportunities to other Hokies such as ... employment availabilities.... |
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VT
CareerLink
New + Experienced grads
Alumni who have volunteered as networking contacts for job search
and career information; excellent resource for all job seekers;
networking is the number one source by which people find jobs. |
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CareerSearch
New + Experienced grads
A database of 900,000+ organizations nationwide, covering a wide
spectrum of industries, to search for potential employers and contacts.
Excellent tool for all job seekers - from undergrads seeking internships
to experienced professionals - who are targeting specific geographic
locations and specific industries. |
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Hokies4Hire
and the On-Campus Interviewing Program:
New grads |
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Request
a Hokies4Hire account
All currently enrolled VT students automatically have an account. If you completed your degree more than a month ago, you may request
an account by sending an e-mail, as follows:
SUBJECT: requesting H4H account
E-mail content must include:
• your full name
• an accurate e-mail address
• your Virginia Tech PID
• your Virginia Tech degree and major or graduate program
• your Virginia Tech graduation year
Send to:
Ms. Donna Weikel
Recruiting Services Coordinator
(540) 231-8089
hireahokie@vt.eduYour account will be activated by 5:00 p.m. the next business day.
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One you have an account, view and
apply for jobs in Hokies4Hire
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On-Campus
Interviewing Program jobs are in Hokies4Hire.
OCI program offers employers interview dates throughout eight weeks of fall semester and eight weeks of spring semester; to be considered for interviews, candidates must review jobs and apply in advance. Recent graduates who reside in proximity to Blacksburg and thus can
easily travel to campus for interviews are encouraged to view the
opportunities and apply for jobs. |
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See
complete information and more instructions on using Hokies4Hire and
the On-Campus Interviewing Program |
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Other
Internet resources for finding jobs
New + Experienced grads
Multitude of web sites for job seekers.
Includes: |
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General
sites |
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Specialty
sites for specific career fields |
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Virginia
and local (Blacksburg, New River Valley, Roanoke area) resources
For alumni interested in relocating to, or finding employment in,
Virginia and region local to Blacksburg. |
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SRClarke.com: recruiting firm located in Blacksburg in VTCRC
New + Experienced grads
Search and recruiting firm with a Blacksburg branch office in the
Virginia
Tech Corporate Research Center.
Services ideal for alumni with 2+ years of experience and for those
interested in relocating to Blacksburg area.
Career opportunities in information technology, architecture, construction
and engineering (ACE), accounting & finance, biosciences, government
cleared market, government contracts, human resources, professional
services, telecommunications. |
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| Alumni job search questions
can be directed to Ms. Amy McPherson at amy.mcpherson@vt.edu. |
